1 . 2020, seeing so many world-changing events, is going to pass, even though it seems as if it has been going on for a
Dejan Velimirovic, a 35-year-old programmer, was one of Serbia’s first-known COVID-19 patients. He believes he got
Velimirovic went into a coma and on a ventilator(呼吸机) for eight days as doctors tried to
The couple planned to hold a church wedding and invite the medical staff who
But by the end of 2020, they have their
| A．week | B．decade | C．month | D．year |
| A．positive | B．negative | C．tired | D．depressed |
| A．sadness | B．courage | C．pressure | D．preference |
| A．Warm-hearted | B．broken-hearted | C．heartwarming | D．heartbreaking |
| A．worried | B．stuck | C．committed | D．infected |
| A．strange | B．abnormal | C．serious | D．mental |
| A．strengthened | B．worsened | C．broaden | D．weaken |
| A．while | B．after | C．before | D．since |
| A．set up | B．get up | C．put up | D．go up |
| A．save | B．persuade | C．evaluate | D．analyse |
| A．In addition | B．In turn | C．In total | D．In common |
| A．Next to | B．In order to | C．In addition to | D．Thanks to |
| A．recovered | B．woke | C．returned | D．renew |
| A．partner | B．friends | C．relatives | D．doctor |
| A．took in | B．took care of | C．took away | D．took off |
| A．However | B．Therefore | C．Meanwhile | D．Apparently |
| A．honor | B．fame | C．health | D．money |
| A．occurred to | B．stuck to | C．led to | D．happened to |
| A．the instant | B．for the first time | C．for a while | D．at the moment |
| A．boring | B．disappointing | C．touching | D．amazing |
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删除：把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
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注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词;
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On the behalf of my school, I’d like to express my sincere gratitude to you all for your devotion and sacrifice in the battle for the COVID-19.
Since the outbreak, you had worked on the front line for several months, desperately rescue people from all walks of life, regardless of the shortage of equipment and the potential of infection. Except for your devoted care and selfless contribution, the situation wouldn’t have controlled in such a short time. It is you that build up your confidence and undoubted deserve our admiration.
Word fail to express our thanks for your irreplaceable dedication but I hold the firm belief that with our joint efforts China will make a quick recovery.
3 . As the government encourages “social distancing” in the fight against coronavirus, people are facing the prospect of being told to stay at home for weeks. But what if a parent or older person in your life doesn’t already have access to video calling tech?
“You might want to consider getting a specialized device to make video calls to your loved ones,” says Kate Bevan, an editor of a consumer magazine. “Once they’re set up, they’re very simple to use but you do have to dig through settings in their apps to connect them and that’s not always as easy as it might be.”
Age UK, the charity for older people, says that the choice of technology should be “as user-friendly as possible” for those unaccustomed to controlling video-chat software. “Something integrated like a video call app on a smartphone, tablet or a laptop with a built-in camera, for example, will often be easier,” says Caroline Abrahams, the charity director. “Older people may also prefer physical interfaces (界面) like a mouse rather than a touchscreen.”
“To protect people’s privacy, it will be important to ensure that any new devices are secure and not likely to be hacked (非法入侵), and that anyone using a new device has access to ongoing support to help them learn how to use it and deal with any issues or problems,” she adds.
An integrated kit can be the easiest solution. Amazon, Google, and Facebook all have smart devices with screens for video calls. One problem with all these devices is their expense and another is their need to be on a stable wi-fi connection at all times. Sometimes, a smartphone might be the better option.
But a new smartphone, even a mid-range one, can be much more expensive. And Bevan warns against hand-me-downs past a certain age. Apart from lower camera quality, there can be security concerns. “If you’re considering passing old smartphones and tablets on to a relative, do be careful that they’re still getting security updates,” she says.
1. What difficulty might older people face during the fight against coronavirus?| A．They cannot use video calling tech. |
| B．They are not interested in video calling. |
| C．They fail to afford to buy video devices. |
| D．They have to stay at home for several weeks. |
| A．The device which is user-friendly and portable. |
| B．The device which employs physical connection. |
| C．The device which is equipped with special apps. |
| D．The device which has a camera and touchscreen. |
| A．Mid-range devices with a built-in camera. |
| B．Expensive smartphones sold by Amazon. |
| C．Smart devices with screens for video calls. |
| D．Integrated gadgets with a stable wi-fi connection. |
| A．We have to buy the elderly an expensive one. |
| B．We should help the elderly set up proper apps. |
| C．We can give a high-quality phone to the elderly. |
| D．We must ensure the smartphone gets security updates. |
4 . “What would Ms K do?” was in my playlist of the top 10 questions as I was taking books and files in my office. Reports had been
Ms K was a(n)
Dorian’s multiple
Our world changed greatly because of the three years
| A．giving in | B．pouring in | C．dying away | D．fading away |
| A．prevention | B．control | C．threat | D．ease |
| A．scolded | B．informed | C．pleased | D．promised |
| A．think | B．approve | C．complain | D．dream |
| A．career | B．belief | C．purpose | D．challenge |
| A．secondary | B．adult | C．special | D．normal |
| A．resulted | B．suffered | C．benefited | D．recovered |
| A．cure | B．witness | C．include | D．spot |
| A．in vain | B．in advance | C．in time | D．in return |
| A．choices | B．functions | C．advantages | D．disabilities |
| A．tired | B．sensitive | C．surprised | D．cheerful |
| A．suit | B．ignore | C．identify | D．convey |
| A．clear | B．primary | C．deserted | D．relaxing |
| A．unlocked | B．discouraged | C．created | D．designed |
| A．inactive | B．imbalanced | C．weak | D．skilled |
| A．accidentally | B．tentatively | C．eventually | D．rarely |
| A．listen | B．speak | C．leave | D．sign |
| A．spent | B．quit | C．consulted | D．described |
| A．doubt | B．address | C．teach | D．distinguish |
| A．time | B．art | C．manner | D．imagination |
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday praised China’s contribution
The UN chief expressed
Bruce Aylward, senior adviser to the director-general of the WHO said: “The only
“To the people of Wuhan, it
1.往年过年方式；
2.今年过年方式；
3.你的感想。
注意：1.词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：新冠肺炎疫情C0VID19
I had an unusual Spring Festival this year
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7 . Have you ever rushed to some place very important only to realize you’re on the
Last Sunday, Mason was on her way to see her 79-year-old mom who lives in a nursing home. Due to its recent regulations,
Rather than offer routine
By pure
Actually, Bailey is only one of the serving members during the COVID-19 pandemic (流行病), who have been
| A．wrong | B．slow | C．last | D．crowded |
| A．registered | B．experienced | C．presented | D．interviewed |
| A．within | B．before | C．through | D．beyond |
| A．visits | B．numbers | C．courses | D．emotions |
| A．reminded | B．determined | C．realized | D．doubted |
| A．merry | B．angry | C．upset | D．lonely |
| A．promoting | B．explaining | C．applying | D．reflecting |
| A．announcement | B．sympathy | C．apology | D．laughter |
| A．move around | B．run off | C．calm down | D．take action |
| A．drivers | B．patients | C．passengers | D．nurses |
| A．drove | B．invited | C．sent | D．directed |
| A．regular | B．direct | C．long | D．safe |
| A．arrangement | B．necessity | C．chance | D．mistake |
| A．trouble | B．plan | C．name | D．tale |
| A．received | B．made | C．broke | D．reported |
| A．content | B．crazy | C．silent | D．famous |
| A．working | B．waiting | C．changing | D．preparing |
| A．imagine | B．ensure | C．examine | D．check |
| A．properly | B．quickly | C．smoothly | D．equally |
| A．brief | B．quiet | C．key | D．nice |
8 . The numbers might sound small, but they are the leading edge of a dangerous trend. When vaccination (疫苗) rates are very high, as they still are in the nation as a whole, everyone is protected. This is called “herd immunity” (群体免疫), which protects the people who get hurt easily, including those who can’t be vaccinated for medical reasons, babies too young to get vaccinated and people on whom the vaccine doesn’t work.
But herd immunity works only when nearly the whole herd joins in. When some refuse vaccination and seek a free ride, immunity breaks down and everyone is in even bigger danger.
That’s exactly what is happening in small neighborhoods around the country from Orange County, California, where 22 measles cases were reported this month, to Brooklyn, N. Y., where a 17-year-old caused an outbreak last year.
The resistance to vaccine has continued for decades, and it is driven by a real but very small risk. Those who refuse to take that risk selfishly make others suffer.
Now, several states are moving to tighten laws by adding new regulations for opting out. But no one does enough to limit exemptions (豁免).
Parents ought to be able to opt out only for limited medical or religious reasons. But personal opinions? Not good enough. Everyone enjoys the life-saving benefits vaccines provide, but they’ll exist only as long as everyone shares in the risks.
1. The first two paragraphs suggest that ________.| A．a small number of measles cases can start a dangerous trend |
| B．the outbreak of measles attracts the public attention |
| C．anti-vaccine movement has its medical reasons |
| D．information about measles spreads quickly |
| A．exemptions are allowed |
| B．several vaccines are used together |
| C．the whole neighborhood is involved in |
| D．new regulations are added to the state laws |
| A．The overuse of vaccine. |
| B．The lack of medical care. |
| C．The features of measles itself. |
| D．The vaccine opt-outs of some people. |
| A．To introduce the idea of exemption. |
| B．To discuss methods to cure measles. |
| C．To stress the importance of vaccination. |
| D．To appeal for equal rights in medical treatment. |
9 . A new test for COVID-19 is coming to store shelves throughout the U.S. This is the first test for the disease that you can do at home. It does not need a prescription, or doctor’s approval, to use.
Currently, the U.S. is testing nearly 2 million people daily, and most health experts agree the country needs to be testing many more people than that. Most tests still require a nasal swab (鼻拭子) performed by a health professional, followed by processing at a laboratory. That typically means you have to wait days for the test results.
For months, health experts have stressed the need for fast, widespread home testing, which allows people to screen themselves and avoid contact with others if they have an infection. With this new home test, people can “swab their nose, run the test and find out their results in as little as 20 minutes,” said FDA commissioner Stephen Hahn.
The test kit includes a small tool to help you to take nasal swab, or sample from inside your nose. Once you swab your nostril (鼻孔) you place the swab onto a small cartridge. This cartridge analyzes the sample and sends the results to an app on your smartphone. The app displays the results and then helps you interpret them. Users can also connect with a health professional through the app.
Ellume’s test works differently than other tests. Most tests look for the genetic material of the virus. This is the material that hakes up its genes, which influence how the virus looks and acts. However, Ellume’s test looks for proteins that the virus sheds (散发). These viral proteins are large molecules that can trigger a response from your immune system, which is the collection of cells and their responses that help the body fight off infections.
Like other COVID-19 tests that look for proteins, Ellume’s test still has a shall chance of errors. FDA officials say that people who get a negative result but still have coronavirus symptoms should follow up with a doctor.
Although the price of the test could prevent some people from using it, Dr. Michael Mina, a professor at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, called the new test “a great addition” to existing options.
1. What is the problem with current testing in the U.S.?| A．It is not efficient enough. | B．It leads to poor management. |
| C．It based on nasal swabs. | D．It results in outbreak of virus. |
a. analyze the sample
b. send the result to an app
c. take a nasal swab
d. place the swab on a cartridge
e. interpret the result
| A．cadbe. | B．cdabe. | C．dcbae. | D．dcabe. |
| A．It’s unaffordable for some people. |
| B．It has a great chance of errors. |
| C．It’s an addition to existing options. |
| D．It causes people to get infected. |
| A．Smartphone apps for analysis. |
| B．A tool for taking Nasal swab. |
| C．More options for recovering. |
| D．Home test for COVID-19. |
President Xi Jinping signed a presidential order on Tuesday to award four people national medals and honorary titles for their outstanding contributions
Zhong Nanshan, 84,
Zhong also has long been devoted to the research, prevention and
